Apprentice Lineman

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to join our field-experienced team. You will work alongside seasoned Linemen to install and maintain power and telecom lines, ensuring reliability and safety.

The position involves outdoor work, travel across a three-state area, and participation in emergency response and storm restoration. A CDL and climbing training completion are required.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A required prior to starting employment.
• High school diploma or GED and completion of lineman climbing school.
• Ability to operate and maintain vehicles and line equipment.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Install poles, anchors, transformers, conductors, and underground cable.
• Assist customers in service outages and restore power safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret staking sheets, work orders, and construction plans.
• Travel for weekly assignments and emergency response duties.

Skills

CDL Class A

Electrical safety

Storm response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lineman climbing school

Job description

Workplace Type: Field

Employment Type: Hourly

Discover a more connected career

At Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC, as a Apprentice Lineman, you’ll work alongside experienced Lineman to ensure power and telecom lines are installed and maintained safely so that everyone can stay connected.

What you’ll do

We are currently offering a $1,000 sign on bonus if you, as the new employee, stay for 6 months ($500 after 3 months, and another $500 after 6 months)

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electric distributionfacilities.
• Install poles, anchors, transformers, conductors, underground cable, pad-mountedequipment, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Assist customers in service outages and work to restore power safely and efficiently.
• Perform switching, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities on energized and de-energized electrical systems.
• Read and interpret staking sheets, work orders, and construction plans.
• Inspect electrical facilities and identify maintenance needs to support systemreliability.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, line trucks, digger derricks, aerial equipment, andother tools used in line construction and maintenance.
• Complete required documentation and comply with Company policies, procedures,and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in emergency response efforts and storm restoration.
• Work safely at all times while promoting a strong safety culture and looking out forfellow employees and the public.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

What you’ll need

Required

• To be 21 years of age or older (to be able to drive a CDL across state lines)
• Valid Class A CDL prior to beginning employment.
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High school diploma or GED and successful completion of a recognized linemanclimbing school.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver's license and comply with all vehicle operationrequirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain concurrent enrollment in our Apprenticeship Program.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Preferred

• Previous experience in electric utility construction, maintenance, or line work.
• Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Familiarity with RUS guidelines and utility construction practices.
• Understanding of electrical safety practices, OSHA requirements, and NESC standards.
• Experience operating line construction equipment and heavy machinery.

This position involves outdoor work and requires working in a variety of weather andenvironmental conditions. Travel is also required for this position. Work is performed in athree-state area including Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota.

The role will include:

• Working at heights from poles and aerial devices
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, precipitation, and other outdoor conditions
• Operating vehicles, line equipment, and power tools
• Working near energized electrical equipment
• Travel and overnight stays for weekly assignments
• Extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed

Because Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services provides critical infrastructure services, flexibilityduring emergencies and severe weather events is essential.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and perform physically demanding workthroughout the day
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to work from poles, aerial devices, and other elevated work locations
• Ability to wear and properly use personal protective equipment
• Ability to safely perform manual labor requiring dexterity, strength, and coordination
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided for qualified individuals to performessential job functions

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.